Man arrested for arson at Nairne

Just after 6.45pm on Saturday 14 November, police and MFS crews were called to an address at Princes Highway, after reports of a structure fire.

Fire crews extinguished the blaze, however damage had been caused to the property.

There were no reports of any physical injuries.

Following an investigation, a 55-year-old local man was arrested just before 8pm and charged with arson.

He was refused police bail and is expected to appear in the Mount Barker Magistrates Court on Monday 16 November.

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